What Is The Secret To Light Fluffy Pancakes?

Having fluffy Japanese pancakes for breakfast can instantly lit up my mood! If you too fall in the same category, then you will definitely love this write-up, as I am going to share the secret that is responsible for making a pancake airy, light, jiggly and so soft that it can easily soak up the maple syrups and other toppings. So are you ready? Come, let’s start.

The ultimate secret for Japanese fluffy pancake is the way you whip your eggs. Yes, it is the eggs that play the most vital role! Never ever whip the egg whites and the yolk together. Put both the ingredients in two separate bowls and then beat the egg whites exclusively for 3 – 4 minutes, until it turns into a thick, frothy white consistency. Once done, keep it aside. In another bowl, mix the yolks and the other dry ingredients together to form a smooth batter. Take care not to over mix. Allow it to rest for 15 – 30 minutes, so that all the ingredients soak in well. Then right before cooking, slowly fold in the whipped egg whites into the batter. Mix them in a manner that some of the egg whites can still be seen. Always remember, adding the frothy egg whites into the batter should be the last step. I understand, this seems like a bit of extra work, but to assure a fluffy Japanese pancake, this is the undeniable trick.

Another point to be noted is, make sure to use fresh baking powder. By which I mean, if your baking powder is opened for more than six months, it won’t be an effective ingredient for your pancake. The reason baking powder is used, because it helps the pancake to rise.

When you are done with this major part, it will be time to pour the batter in molds that are place on a warm non-sticky skillet. While cooking, don’t rush to flip the pancakes. If you want them to resemble the Japanese fluffy pancakes, then wait until the bubbles are formed in middle of the pancakes. Once hole shaped small bubbles are formed, flip it over, but only once. You should never flip your pancake over and over again.

Although the latter two tricks look like not absolutely necessary, they do play a part in making the pancake soft and airy. All these steps have always allowed me to cook the perfectly fluffy Japanese pancake, whenever I am in the mood to have one. I hope you too come out with flying colors.